Registered Veterinary Technician - Prairie Livestock Veterinarians

Prairie Livestock Veterinarians (PLV) is a dynamic team of veterinary professionals who provide advanced strategies and solutions to support food animal production. We have strong roots in agriculture and a rich history of serving producers and industry stakeholders. We are committed to animal health, innovation, and successful and sustainable livestock production.

PLV staff members can expect continuous learning, mentorship, collaboration, and job satisfaction. We are committed to a strong people-oriented culture. We are currently looking for an enthusiastic and motivated individual to join our team as a Registered Veterinary Technician.

This position is a temporary contract position to cover maternity/parental leave. The contract duration will be 18 months, from Jan 2, 2025 to June 30, 2026.

This position is based primarily out of our Red Deer office. From time to time, you may be asked to work out of our Lethbridge office and/or assist veterinarians on farms in Alberta and Saskatchewan.

Job Description:

• Complete in-house laboratory procedures, record, invoice, and report results as appropriate
• Preparation of samples to be sent for off-site testing
• Clean and organize lab, sterilize equipment, sharpen knives, restock kits as needed
• Assist with quality control programs through on farm work and completion of paperwork
• Assist veterinarians on farm calls, phone calls, emails, processing, and equipment maintenance
• Assist with post-mortems and disease investigations, transcribe postmortem results and report accordingly
• Assist clinic staff with customer service, providing information on diseases, pharmaceuticals, and procedures
• Prepare client handouts and educational material
• Assist with exporting duties when needed
• Foster continuation of mentorship with students and new hires
• Dispensing medications and vaccines
• Assist with warehouse duties as needed

Benefits of Joining our Team:

• Staff appreciation events
• Team member pricing – pet supply discounts
• Paid vacation time
• Paid birthday off

Requirements for Application:

• Registered Veterinary Technologist in the province of Alberta or eligible to be registered in Alberta
• A positive and professional manner with clients and co-workers
• Respect for the ethics of veterinary medicine and food animal production
• Respect for safety protocols
• Commitment to confidentiality
• Team player mentality and a drive to do good work
• Attention to detail and good time management skills
• Comfortable working around livestock
• Ability to lift and carry items weighing 60-70lbs

APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS

Apply by email to: aropp@southwestvets.ca